CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rider Strong, 28; Gary Dourdan, 41; Jermaine Jackson, 53; Teri Garr, 58.

Happy Birthday: You can set the standard if you keep things simple and don’t go overboard. Money can be made if you are practical and look at the big picture and the long- term effects. Don’t be led astray by a group that is more interested in your donations than in you and your needs. Make your decisions based on practicality.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Do your best to avoid arguments. If you react, you will have more to deal with than expected. Information is a powerful tool and today is a perfect day to arm yourself with added knowledge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Watch your spending. You may want to be generous with family and friends but don’t go overboard. Find ways to have fun without its costing you. A trip to visit old friends and family can be done cheaply.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don’t let confusion lead to mistakes, especially costly ones. A disagreement doesn’t have to end in an ultimatum or no reconciliation at all. Don’t let things get blown out of proportion. Keep your thoughts to yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Emotions will cause problems, especially if someone is waiting for you to finish a job. Focus on completion. By doing so, you can think things through and love is likely to find its way back into your heart.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can entertain but don’t pay for everyone. Save your money, don’t squander it. You’ll be impulsive so concentrate on being strong and budgeting wisely.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A look at the year past will give you some good ideas as to how you can make next year better. Set a game plan and goals that are attainable. Make a to-do list and vow to stick to it. Make things happen.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Check out the possibilities but don’t leave someone out who counts on you for friendship and support. An argument will lead to a devastating turn of events. Back off, compromise or do whatever is necessary to keep the peace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your undivided attention may be required to set things up for the future. You can make your plans by learning new skills and gathering information. Don’t be fooled by someone you think you can trust.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Think about the people you have known in the past and consider who you feel should still be in your life. You may want to backtrack and reestablish your friendship with someone who you felt inspired you years ago. Change is upon you, like it or not.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You have to consider love, partnerships and what works best for you. If you have someone in your corner who supports your actions, support that person. Rid yourself of the dead weight you’ve been carrying around.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can do something that you enjoy or you can continue down the same old path that leads to no stimulation, passion or future. Shake things up a little and make a choice that will enable you to feel satisfied. Set your priorities and stick to them.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Do something nice for someone and you will get something nice in return. Money can be spent on items that are pure luxury today but, keep in mind that they should be for someone else not for you. The satisfaction is in the giving.

Birthday Baby: You are a planner, an organizer and the go-to person in any group. You are outspoken, aggressive and always get to the bottom of things. You are a team player.